In a recent episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show, Ben Stiller and Jada Pinkett Smith took the stage to discuss their new animated movie, Madagascar. The episode was full of laughter and surprises, making for an entertaining and lively conversation.

The show began with a humorous phone call between Ben Stiller and his mother. The audience erupted in laughter as Stiller tried to convince his mom that she was sitting in the wrong seat. This playful banter set the tone for the rest of the episode.

Stiller went on to discuss the fear of singing at karaoke bars, which he found to be high on the list of people’s fears. He humorously compared it to the fear of public speaking, stating that not everyone can sing well. He recommended going to karaoke bars with co-workers to have fun and get to know each other better.

The conversation then shifted to Jada Pinkett Smith, who shared her experience of trying to become a dancer on Keenan Ivory Wayans’ show, In Living Color. She even auditioned for Wayans in his living room but was ultimately unsuccessful. However, Pinkett Smith didn’t let that stop her from pursuing her dreams, and now she continues to inspire others.

Later in the episode, the topic turned to family and parenting. Stiller announced that he and his wife, Christine, were expecting another baby. Pinkett Smith, also a parent, shared the importance of staying grounded and teaching her children to appreciate what they have. She emphasized the value of community service and giving back to those less fortunate.

The episode concluded with a surprise for one lucky audience member. Details about the surprise were kept under wraps, but Ellen Degeneres teased that it would be something wild. Overall, the episode was filled with humor, heartwarming stories, and a special guest appearance by Alanis Morissette, who performed her hit song, “Hand in My Pocket.”

Fans of the talk show and celebrities like Ben Stiller and Jada Pinkett Smith were entertained by this lively episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show. Whether it was Stiller’s hilarious phone call with his mom or Pinkett Smith’s inspiring journey, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

Originally aired on May 25, 2005